I feel happy and satisfied that my daily routines have turned my life into a well-oiled machine. Like a machine, I've got a job to do, and that is to tend to all areas of my life well. In this Simple Series, I’m going to expound on the key areas that keep this machine running … Continue reading Simple Weekday Mornings
Lately my awareness of myself has peaked over the times that I feel most like my "true" self and the times that I feel most anxious. Happiness and satisfaction wash over me when I am honoring myself. I feel proud and excited when I realize that I am living the kind of day that aligns … Continue reading Self Help
Greeting a person as they pass by is a fundamental human behavior, yet we hardly ever do it. We often let company or city cultures determine whether or not we will say “hello.” It seems strange; why not say “hi” every time to every person? I struggle with this much of the time, and only … Continue reading The Power of Saying “Hello”
When dreams come true, what’s next? Contentment, joy, and appreciation are important parameters which should always guide the day. I’m finding this to be more true each day, as I now have more mental space, time, and energy to cultivate contentment now that it no longer competes with desire. Say you get married to the … Continue reading Life Maintenance
I am a passionate person who gives 100% all week long. It’s hard for me to be reserved when I am around people with whom I feel comfortable. My ability to be empathetic and easily enthused certainly makes for an eventful day, so I'm glad I can be extroverted. My favorite moments of the day … Continue reading The Introvert’s Weekend
Now that I have started a job with a clear career path, I’d like to discuss the humbling time of the past five years which led to this new endeavor. Disclaimer: anything can happen at any time, and I may end up changing careers again in the future. However, I feel as though I have … Continue reading My Career Journey
Day 31 I am so grateful for friendships that last no matter what, the friendships that grow sweeter over more time spent apart than time together. I have two very close friends that fit this bill. We only spent four years together, and that was five years ago now. We are closer now than we … Continue reading Days 31-40
